Bengal polls restricted at Petrapole and border routes for final phase voting

Published on 28 April 2026

Petrapole land port faces movement curbs till voting ends

Ahead of West Bengal’s final phase of assembly elections, border movement has been restricted in North 24 Parganas. The Petrapole land port and other Bangladesh-linked routes are affected as authorities aim to curb cross-border influence. Medical emergencies and voter travel are exempt, allowing essential movement while reinforcing election integrity.

Restrictions are imposed in North 24 Parganas during the final voting phase
Petrapole land port and Bangladesh border routes face movement curbs
Rules aim to prevent cross-border influence on the electoral process
Medical and voter travel exemptions are allowed

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Bengal polls restricted at Petrapole and border routes for final phase voting

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